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CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS
ATTENDANCE, PUNCTUALITY & PERFORMANCE
It is not possible or desirable to lay down an exhaustive set of standards, but detailed below are general principles which, if broken, could result in disciplinary action being taken. Ask at the Student Services help desk if you would like to see a copy of the College’s disciplinary procedure, or look on the Student Services website at www.yourspaceonline.net
You are expected to attend all of your classes and tutorials and to arrive on time. If you are unable to attend College for any reason you must inform your personal tutor before 8.30am. If they are not available, leave a message. Action will be taken if: • you are absent for unacceptable reasons or without a satisfactory explanation • your attendance shows a pattern of decline • your absences show a pattern e.g. every Monday morning • you regularly arrive late. If your attendance and punctuality give cause for concern you will be required to follow one of these courses of action: 1. You will have a tutorial with your personal tutor where you will set goals and create an action plan to help you attend more regularly and punctually 2. If you still fail to attend properly and be punctual then the College may take disciplinary action through the academic performance procedure. Unexplained absence for four or more weeks may lead to your withdrawal from your course. If you have long-term health or personal problems it is important to keep your tutor informed.
The College has a Code of Conduct which sets standards of behaviour so that all students know what is expected of them.
Students at Bedford College are required to: • treat everyone with respect, and make sure that their behaviour does not discriminate against anyone or make any other person feel uncomfortable • respect the rights and interests of other College students, staff and visitors • attend all required activities regularly and punctually • explain to their tutor or lecturer any reason for non-attendance • take personal responsibility for their own learning and make active use of the learning resources and support services provided • work hard and complete all work within specified deadlines • take an active part in reviewing their progress with their tutor • seek help from their tutor or Student Services if they need it • act safely so that they do not put themselves or others at risk and observe all health and safety rules of the College • carry their ID card at all times on College premises and show it, on request, to any member of the College staff • act with consideration for the College environment and other College users, e.g. by not spitting or dropping chewing gum and litter • pay all fees and other costs for which they are liable, or seek advice from us if in financial difficulty • abide by all College policies and procedures.
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